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A 2011

Permits local boards of education to enter into contracts with a drive-sharing network of persons for reimbursement of transportation expenses

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Angelino and 8 co-sponsors

Summary of Bill A 2011 OverviewThis bill would allow local boards of education in the state to enter into contracts with "drive-sharing networks" - services that connect drivers wi

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Bill Summary · A 2011

Summary of Bill A 2011

Overview

This bill would allow local boards of education in the state to enter into contracts with "drive-sharing networks" - services that connect drivers with passengers for reimbursement of transportation expenses. The intent is to provide more flexible and affordable options for transporting students to and from school.

Key Provisions

  • Permits local boards of education to partner with drive-sharing networks to transport students
  • Allows boards to reimburse network drivers for the costs of providing student transportation
  • Requires drive-sharing services to meet certain safety and insurance requirements to participate
  • Directs the state Department of Education to establish guidelines and regulations for these partnerships

Impact and Affected Parties

  • Students and families in districts that choose to utilize drive-sharing for student transportation
  • Local boards of education, who would have an additional option for student transport besides traditional school buses
  • Drive-sharing companies, who could expand their services to the education sector
  • The state Department of Education, which would oversee the implementation of this program

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was introduced on January 9, 2024 and has been referred to the Education committee for further consideration.
  • This builds on a prior session's bill (A 8135) that explored the concept of drive-sharing for student transport.
  • If passed, the Department of Education would need to develop the necessary guidelines and regulations within 6 months.

Overall, the bill aims to give local school districts more flexibility in how they transport students, potentially using ride-sharing services as a cost-effective alternative to traditional school buses. The impact would depend on which districts choose to participate and how the program is implemented.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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